Football Game "Band & Guard" Etiquette:

﻿﻿1. No food or beverage in uniform (even red wave) unless everyone is eating and drinking the same thing (parents - if you are bringing your child something, plan to bring something for the entire team of 180)2. When using restrooms, go in pairs.3. Represent yourself, your family, the band program, and the Director with clean, positive language & actions.

PSO is short for Percussion Scholastic Open Class (similar to Varsity). Winter Drumline is a competitive percussion ensemble that performs inside the gymnasium. The competitive season is January through April. Parents are strongly encouraged to attend, and MANY do! We are notorious for our large cheering section.

Often referred to as the Flag Team, the Color Guard has evolved into the Sport of the Arts https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hFQSduPD5vo. The Color Guard is made up of several young performers (young men too) who are exceptional visual learners. The Color Guard spins, carves, and tosses equipment such as flags, show rifle, and sabers. In the Fall the Color Guard is the main visual component of the SPIRIT of Great Oak (Marching Band). In the Winter The SPIRIT Winter Guard travels and competes indoors (gyms).

Welcome to the 2018 Winter Season! This year the guard staff has selected an exciting show that will showcase the talent and abilities of each performer. Please take some time to review the rehearsal and competition dates as they have changed from years past.

The rehearsal and competition schedule are available on the Spirit of Great Oak website (www.spiritofgreatoak.com). Below are the mandatory camp and competition dates.

*We will continue to compete in the Winter Guard Association of Southern California circuit (WGASC). For information regarding competition schedules, and scholarship information please visit the website, www.wgasc.org. You can also download the app for easy access to competition information and results.